Mota Kapra - Lakhani, Vav-Tharad
Mota Kapra is a village situated in the Lakhani taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 23 km from Deesa and around 46 km from Palanpur. Mota Kapra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mota Kapra is 508325. The village covers a total geographical area of 1416.67 hectares and falls under the 385535 pincode. Deesa is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mota Kapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deodar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mota Kapra
As per Census 2011, Mota Kapra village has a total population of 3,913 people, consisting of 2,021 males and 1,892 females. The village has 684 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 609 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,931 literate and 1,982 illiterate residents. Additionally, 858 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mota Kapra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,913 | 2,021 | 1,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 609 | 327 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 858 | 473 | 385 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,931 | 1,190 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,982 | 831 | 1,151 |
Nearby Villages of Mota Kapra
Mota Kapra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mota Kapra
Mota Kapra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mota Kapra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deesa to Mota Kapra is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Mota Kapra is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mota Kapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mota Kapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mota Kapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mota Kapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mota Kapra
Where is Mota Kapra located?
Mota Kapra village is located in Lakhani Taluka, Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mota Kapra?
Mota Kapra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mota Kapra?
The pincode of Mota Kapra is 385535.
What is the population of Mota Kapra?
Mota Kapra has a total population of 3,913, including 2,021 males and 1,892 females.
How many households are there in Mota Kapra?
There are 684 households in Mota Kapra.
What is the literacy rate in Mota Kapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mota Kapra is 49.35%. Male literacy is 58.88% and female literacy is 39.16%.